Tropical

This museum quality hand loomed textile makes a beautiful shawl to be worn over a coat or a stylish outfit. It may also make a decorative and stunning table runner. Lots of other possibilities to provide a unique decorative touch to make your own accent pillows or more!

The workmanship is exquisite! The quality of weaving, creates a beautiful translucence to the material when held up in the light. It is difficult to tell which side is the front or back given the high quality finishing. Truly a beautiful piece! The Museum of Canadian Textile's former buyer and boutique manager was in awe of these textiles when we took them there for an evaluation.

Made of 100% mercerized cotton. Hand wash and line dry. Ironing is possible. Material softens with use.

Size: 46 cm x 175 cm

Dhaka weaving is a technique originating in Dhaka, Bangladesh which made its way to Nepal and has been a very important hand loomed textile in the country. While the popularity for these products has sadly declined in Nepal due to cheaper clothing imports, this women's group seeks to maintain their textile traditions while modernizing the design for the international market.